The Five W’s of EMDR: A Guide to Understanding the Process

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Find out who, what, when, where, and why to consider EMDR therapy!

Topic Of Discussion

If you’re looking into therapy, chances are good that you’ve encountered the term EMDR. Short for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR is a powerful psychotherapy technique designed to alleviate distress associated with traumatic memories. Wondering if it’s right for you, or what you need to do to prepare? Read on to get your questions answered.

WHO is EMDR right for?

EMDR is particularly effective for individuals dealing with trauma, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and other forms of emotional distress. It is also beneficial for those who are stuck in their healing process.

WHAT is EMDR?

EMDR focuses on the brain’s ability to process and integrate experiences. It uses guided eye movements, or other forms of bilateral stimulation, to help reprocess disturbing memories. This allows those who need it to reframe these memories in a healthier, more adaptive way. 

Wondering what specifically to expect from your sessions? Your therapist will work with you to: 

  • Identify the memories that trouble you most
  • Have you focus on those memories while guiding you through bilateral stimulation
  • Reprocess your troubling memories and reduce their emotional intensity

WHEN is the best time for me to start EMDR?

If you’re struggling with low self-esteem or negative self-beliefs, feel overwhelmed by grief or loss, or have tried other forms of therapy without desired results, it might be time to try EMDR.

WHERE can I get EMDR therapy?

Tri-Star Counseling provides affordable therapy in Tennessee and Virginia. Call or message us, share some information with a team member, and schedule a consultation with us.

WHY would I pick EMDR over other therapies?

The goal of EMDR  is to help you heal and move forward, using a method that has been proven to be effective for a wide range of emotional and psychological issues. By reframing troubling memories in a healthier, more adaptive way, you can feel free to move forward faster.

Wrapping it up

By learning more about EMDR, you’ve already taken the first step – and the information doesn’t stop here! Our compassionate and funny therapists at Tri-Star Counseling are ready to help you take your next steps toward peace and freedom from trauma and can answer any other questions you might have.

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